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From factory to Family Candle

Posted by Staff on February 16, 2023 - 8:46am

Free votive candle making on February 17 and 18

By Paula Scott

Rebecca Dotson has made candles for many, many years, as well as sewn items including baby quilts. She first sold items on a small scale at Indian Lake. But when workplace stress during the early days of Covid was wearing on her, her son Tom convinced her that it was time to turn her hand to entrepreneurship.

Now Becky has opened a second Family Candle and Creations shop in Tommy’s Plaza at 142 E. Jefferson St. Her first shop and home base, where she makes and sells products, is at 142 W Findlay St, Vaughnsville. Hours for the new Bluffton shop are Wednesday through Friday, 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Becky has filled one of the two shops between Verizon and Natural Healing Massage and Reiki Center with her own candles, scented wax melts, baby quilts and hand painted items, as well as with hand made items from a variety of vendors. When the Icon visited, there were Easter themed items, dog toy baskets, fabric play food sets, child size tables and chairs, realistic fancy drink candles and cedar crosses for displaying indoors or out.

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Brandon Blackford receives Certified Exit Planning Advisor® Designation

Posted by Staff on February 15, 2023 - 6:19am

Financial Advisor Brandon Blackford of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Bluffton has received the Certified Exit Planning Advisor®, or CEPA®, designation through the Exit Planning Institute(TM).

This designation provides specific education on how to help business owners have a successful exit by discussing business readiness, strengthening personal financial strategies and aligning them to personal goals. The course of CEPA® study expands a financial advisor's knowledge base in the following business-focused areas:

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Downtown flowerpot sponsorship invitation issued

Posted by Staff on February 10, 2023 - 6:00am

It's time to think spring. Downtown Bluffton's much loved display of petunias is the result of an annual appeal for sponsors. Here's the scoop on this year's beautification program from Stratton Greenhouses, 9915 Lincoln Hwy., and Roots by Strattons, 111 S. Main:

"We would like to invite everyone to become a Bluffton Flowerpot Sponsor! We are so appreciative of everyone's support from those who have contributed over the years. There have been a few changes this year with how we are handling the Flowerpot Sponsorship, so we really appreciate your understanding and support.

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June pharmacy camp for high school juniors and seniors

Posted by Staff on February 8, 2023 - 6:21am

The Ohio Northern University Raabe College of Pharmacy is hosting a Pharmacy Camp from June 11-16, 2023. This camp is open to high school students who will be entering their Junior or Senior year.

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First National Bank opens new Lima branch

Posted by Staff on February 7, 2023 - 6:51am

PANDORA--First National Bank of Pandora has announced the opening of its newest full-service community bank at 2580 Eastown Road, Lima, OH. First National Bank is located between Lock 16 Steakhouse and Menards.

This is the sixth First National Bank branch and offers an ATM, night drop, and drive thru. The Lima team is staffed with 6 banking professionals who are committed to providing excellent customer service including Branch Manager, Martrice Smith; Mortgage Lending Manager, Andrew Rager; Chief Lending Officer, Brendon Matthews; and 3 Customer Service Representatives who are excited to serve our customers. The Lima branch is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Contact First National Bank in Lima at 419-222-0015. A ribbon cutting and community open house will be held in the future.

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Cadet program announced by Allen County Sheriff's Office

Posted by Staff on February 5, 2023 - 7:49am

The Allen County Sheriff’s Office has announced a new pilot program which will allow the Sheriff’s Office to send future deputies to Rhodes State College Basic Police Officer Academy.

The ACSO Cadet program will provide the costs of tuition and equipment for up to five (5) cadets. Additionally, these cadets will receive full-time medical benefits and pay while enrolled in the academy. Upon successfully completing Rhodes State College Basic Police Officer Academy and obtaining OPOTA certification, these individuals will be hired as fulltime Allen County Sheriff’s Office deputies.

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